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Missing authorization check in FI-GL-GL-G, SAP security note 2108479

SAP Note 2108479
SAP Security Note
Medium priority

SAP security note 2108479, "Missing authorization check in FI-GL-GL-G", is a program error note released on 01.12.2015. Below are the symptom and SAP recommended solution.

ComponentFinancial Accounting > General Ledger Accounting > Basic Functions > Closing Operations / Period-End
CategoryProgram error
PriorityMedium priority
TypeSAP Security Note
Version1
StatusReleased for Customer
Released on01.12.2015
LanguageEnglish

Description

Symptom

An authenticated user can use functions of FI-GL-GL-G to which access should be restricted. This may result in an escalation of privileges.

Solution

Implement this correction manually or download the corresponding support pack.

Reason and prerequisites

FI-GL-GL-G does not contain authorization checks for verifying an authenticated user's authorization to access some of its functions. This may result in undesired system behavior.

Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 2108479

Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].

#Authorization#Authorization check#FI-GL-GL-G

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